Freelance Writing with Paula Felps
Her work has appeared in numerous newspapers and magazines, including Self, Successful Living, Better Homes and Gardens, Woman’s World, Life & Style Weekly, The Dallas Morning News, Chicago Tribune, San Francisco Examiner and Music Business International. Paula Felps is a regular contributor to such high-end publications as Private Clubs Magazine and American Driver Magazine. She regularly writes for magazines published by American Airlines Custom Publishing and D Custom Publishing, and reviews music on Billboard’s Top 200 for Walmart.com. In addition, Paula works with corporate clients to help them enhance their message. She has put her words to work for such clients as DFW Elite Auto Rental.com, the American Pharmacists Association, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, the Girl Scouts of America, The Pawliday Inn and many more. To see examples of Paula Felps' recently published stories click here.
Her second book, "Unshakable," was published in November 2005 and tells the remarkable true story of one man's quest to find the scared, lost little girl he saw in a dream. In 2007, Paula Felps teamed up with Laurie Dent to co-write "Mastercraft: Setting a Higher Standard for 40 Years." The coffee table book, published in conjunction with the 40th anniversary of the luxury waterski boat manufacturer, provides an in-depth look at the company's history, as well as providing colorful profiles of owners and athletes alike. Returning to her love of music, she worked with noted Roy Orbison memorabilia collector Glen Agritelley to write "Mercy! The Art and Artifacts of Roy Orbison," which was published in January 2008. The coffee table-style publication was released in conjunction with the opening of an exhibition of Orbison memorabilia at the Tempe Arts Center in January. Her work has been included in numerous textbooks and anthologies, including the books "Shards: An Anthology of Women Writers" (DSLIJ Press) and "Interpretations: Writing, Reading and Critical Thinking" (Longman Pearson, 2004).
She has been honored by the Suburban Newspapers Association, the National Newspaper Association, the Associated Press, Texas Public Health Association and the Press Club of Dallas for her written contributions, with awards in areas ranging from Investigative Reporting to Column Writing. Her screenplay for the short film, “Shotgun,” was among the winning entries in the 2005 Writer’s Digest Writing Competition. For a more in-depth look at Paula Felps' career click on the "Resume" button on the left navigation bar. To see Paula's freelance writing clips click on any of the PDF tabs, i.e. "Music Review PDFs."
Book Releases
"Lone Stars and Legends: The Story of Texas Music" is for all you music buffs. This book traces the roots of Texas music back to the days before Texas was even a state. You'll discover more about the sounds that laid the foundation for the blues, jazz, country music and rock 'n' roll that we enjoy today. "Lone Stars and Legends is a unique and welcome contribution to the study of Texas cultural history in general, and the history of American music in particular." - Midwest Book Review
"Unshakable" is the miraculous, inspirational story of Rick Silanskas, a Florida man who had a vivid dream about a little girl who needed his help. Rick believed that this was more than a dream, but that this little girl existed and was waiting for him. His faith and determination led him to find and adopt Nadia, the little girl from his dream, whose name means "hope" in Russian. "This is truly one of the most amazing stories I have ever read." - Chris Johnson, publisher, "Crossroads" magazine
With many exciting projects on the horizon, Paula is constantly looking for new opportunities. She is presently in negoitiations with two different film production companies for two of her screenplays - the dysfunctional comedy, "Dirtnap," and the thriller, "Reunion" - and she is in the process of writing a comedic horror film.
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